At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and manage laboratory operations, ensuring high-quality diagnostic services.
- Company: Join Healius, a leading healthcare company transforming Australia's health landscape.
- Benefits: Enjoy discounts, fitness perks, health benefits, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with strong commitment to employee wellbeing.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in healthcare while leading a dynamic team.
- Qualifications: Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Scientist or equivalent required.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
Location: Burnie 6 Mooreville Road, Park Grove, Tasmania, 7320
Schedule: 24-hour rotating roster, including day, afternoon, night, weekend and public holiday shifts as required.
At Healius, we're united by a shared purpose: making a difference to the future of Australia's health. This is an opportunity for experienced laboratory professionals who want to lead, influence and shape how our laboratories operate. You'll have ownership over ways of working, driving high standards of accuracy, efficiency and quality, while contributing to improvements across our national network.
About Us
Healius is one of Australia's leading healthcare companies, committed to supporting quality, affordable and accessible healthcare for all Australians. Through our network of state-based and specialty brands, we provide high-quality diagnostic services that support clinicians to make informed decisions and improve patient outcomes.
About The Role
You will lead the day-to-day operations of a satellite laboratory, ensuring high-quality, efficient and compliant diagnostic services. This role brings together operational leadership, people management and technical oversight, with accountability for performance, quality and service delivery.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead laboratory operations to ensure delivery against performance targets, turnaround times and service expectations.
- Manage laboratory resources, including staffing, rostering and operational costs in line with budgets and KPIs.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory, accreditation and quality standards (including NATA, TGA and internal procedures).
- Oversee internal quality control and external quality assurance programs, driving continuous improvement in laboratory practices.
- Lead, coach and develop team members, fostering a high-performing and collaborative team environment.
- Support with hiring, onboarding and ongoing capability development of laboratory staff.
- Oversee validation and implementation of testing methodologies in collaboration with Pathologists and senior scientific staff.
- Maintain safe work practices and ensure compliance with WHS requirements.
- Build and maintain effective relationships with partnered healthcare facilities and key internal stakeholders.
- Monitor, report on and improve laboratory performance, identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency and service delivery.
About You
We're looking for an experienced and knowledgeable multi-disciplinary Medical Laboratory Scientist who brings strong technical expertise, along with the ability to see the bigger picture and contribute to how laboratory operations perform and evolve. You may have prior leadership experience or have demonstrated capability through mentoring, training or supporting others, with a clear interest in leading teams and improving ways of working.
Qualifications And Experience:
- Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Scientist or equivalent (AIMS recognised) is essential.
- Demonstrated experience as a Medical Laboratory Scientist, ideally within a multi-disciplinary role.
Requirements:
- Ability to provide evidence of immunisation requirements, including Hepatitis B.
Key Skills And Attributes:
- Strong leadership capability, with the ability to foster collaboration and support effective teamwork.
- Sound understanding of laboratory operations, workflows and quality systems.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and maintain high standards.
- Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- High level of professionalism, integrity and attention to detail.
Benefits, Perks And Wellbeing:
- Flare Benefits platform - Access a wide range of discounts and perks across everyday essentials, retail, entertainment, technology and more.
- Fitness Passport - Enjoy discounted access to gyms, pools and fitness centres across Australia.
- Health & financial benefits - Including corporate health insurance discounts, banking benefits and salary packaging options.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Free and confidential wellbeing support for you and your immediate family.
- Childcare support - Free access to Kiddo, a national platform connecting you with trusted babysitters, nannies and flexible childcare options, with discounts on bookings.
- Career development - Grow your skills with access to online learning, courses and development pathways.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:
Healius is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, inclusive and merit-based recruitment practices. We strive to build diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve, valuing people across different life stages, genders, cultural backgrounds, ages and professional experiences.
Laboratory Supervisor employer: Healius Limited
Healius is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee wellbeing and professional growth. As a Pathology Specimen Collector in Launceston, you'll be part of a dedicated team making a meaningful impact on patient care, with access to comprehensive training, flexible working arrangements, and a range of benefits designed to enhance your lifestyle and career. Join us in our mission to provide quality healthcare while enjoying a workplace that values diversity and fosters collaboration.
